Farmers Insurance

Insurance Sales Agent

Farmers Insurance is expanding in the Portland Metro area, and we at the local District Office are looking to find driven and highly-motivated individuals to fill a couple of openings. Our District Office is one of the longest tenured in all of Farmers, featuring a support staff that is one of the largest and most experienced in the company. We are an office that focuses on high achievement, having been chosen for President's Council, the highest honor a district can receive, multiple years in a row. At the same time, we also make sure to have lots of fun, fostering a welcoming, open, and supportive culture. We recognize the commitment our agents make to grow their business and support their clients; therefore, we're proud to provide them with the financial support necessary to grow a business and other excellent rewards, including:

Financial subsidy in addition to new business commissions and renewal commissions

Lead generation tools and services

Continual professional development in sales, product, marketing and customer service

Health, Dental & Vision Plans

Life Insurance

Long-term Disability

Awards, recognition and various sales bonuses

Luxury Trips

Build equity in a business you own

Ability to sell the rights to your service commissions

Transfer your business to an immediate member of your family if you choose not to sell your business

and more!

Agent Responsibilities
You will solicit new prospects, sell our products and services, and assist existing clients as necessary. You will also network within your community -- attending networking events, sales conferences, and trade shows to market your business and target your preferred audience. Additional responsibilities for the agent position include:

Providing excellent customer service to policyholders

Educating customers on their options

Creating your own daily schedule

Obtaining insurance licenses and keeping them current

Staying abreast of evolving industry and product changes

Making staff hiring and firing decisions

Agent Requirements
As a Farmers Insurance agent, you must have strong organizational and time-management skills as well as exceptional interpersonal communication abilities. We are seeking individuals from any background who are willing to work hard and commit themselves to their own success; however, experience in sales, marketing and/or customer service is very beneficial.

All candidates must successfully pass the Farmers Insurance Application/Background Check:

College experience, a plus

Favorable credit history

No bankruptcies or excessive charge offs within the last 12 months

Favorable criminal record

No felony convictions

Valid state issued driver's license

Being a Farmers Agent isn't just the opportunity of a lifetime; it's the opportunity of your lifetime!Job Type: Full-time